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molar

/'moulə/
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The word "molar" can be a bit confusing because it has multiple meanings. Let’s break it down!

Basic Definition:
  1. As a Noun: "Molar" refers to a type of tooth in your mouth. These are the large, flat teeth located at the back of your mouth. They are used for grinding and chewing food.

  2. As an Adjective: "Molar" can describe something related to a mole, which is a unit in chemistry that measures the amount of a substance.

Usage Instructions:
  • When you use "molar" in a sentence, think about whether you are talking about the tooth or the scientific term.
Example Sentences:
  1. As a Noun: "I have a cavity in my molar, so I need to visit the dentist."
  2. As an Adjective: "The molar concentration of the solution was measured in moles per liter."
Advanced Usage:

In chemistry, "molar" can be used to describe solutions and relationships involving moles. For example, a "molar solution" means there is one mole of solute in one liter of solution.

Word Variants:
  • Molarity: This term refers to the concentration of a solution expressed in moles of solute per liter of solution.
  • Molar Mass: This refers to the mass of one mole of a substance, typically measured in grams.
Different Meanings:
  1. Tooth: The large, flat teeth in the back of the mouth.
  2. Chemistry: Related to moles, used in discussions about concentration and chemical reactions.
Synonyms:
  • For tooth: Grinding tooth, back tooth.
  • For chemistry: None directly, but related terms include "concentration" when discussing solutions.
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren't specific idioms or phrasal verbs that use the word "molar." However, you might hear phrases related to dental health (like "molar pain") or chemistry (like "calculate molarity").

Summary:
  • Molar (noun): A type of tooth used for grinding food.
  • Molar (adjective): Related to a mole in chemistry, often discussing solutions or concentrations.
Adjective
  1. pertaining to large units of behavior
    • such molar problems of personality as the ego functions--R.R. Hunt
  2. containing one mole of a substance
    • molar weight
  3. designating a solution containing one mole of solute per liter of solution
  4. of or pertaining to the grinding teeth in the back of a mammal's mouth
    • molar teeth
Noun
  1. grinding tooth with a broad crown; located behind the premolars

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